Hingham
Key Takeaway
Hingham is classified as low hazard in Wisconsin. It was completed in 1846 and is 180 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 24.3% in WI) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 34 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1846 (180 years old) |
| NID ID | WI00310 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Hingham Sanitary District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hingham?
Hingham is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Hingham?
Hingham is owned by Hingham Sanitary District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hingham built?
Hingham was completed in 1846, making it 180 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Hingham?
Hingham serves the following purposes: Other, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hingham?
Hingham has a dam height of 11 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Hingham last inspected?
Hingham was last inspected on August 17, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.